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I have a dry and at times itchy patch of skin on my areola. it's flaky and seems wounded. it's been there for weeks now. i'm really worried. i'm 17.
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See doctor: If you can get hold of some hydrocortisone cream, try it for a few days to see if this helps . If not, see your doctor.
Answered 11/8/2017
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